"The Mets have traded for right-handed reliever Vinny Nittoli from the (Chicago) Cubs," MLB.com's Anthony DiComo tweeted Friday. "He was in limbo after opting out of his minor league contract yesterday. Will go on the Mets' 40-man roster but can be optioned."

Nittoli had a 3.48 ERA in 16 games for the I-Cubs this season.

He spent most of last season with the New York Yankees.